Plumbing: Apprenticeship

Description

Get the skills that pay the bills!

In BC, an individual can become certified Plumber by completing the Plumbing apprentice program. Apprenticeship programs are designed to provide students the full scope of knowledge and applied skills necessary to perform the occupation. Apprentices have an employer to sponsor them and are registered with the Industry Training Authority (ITA).

KPU delivers in-school technical training for Plumbing apprenticeship levels 1, 2, and 3. The in-school technical training for each level is 6 weeks in duration and includes an end of level examination. Additional information is available at: kpu.ca/trades/plumbing.

The pathway to becoming a certified Plumber generally takes 4 years to complete the in-school technical training and work-based training hours. Plumber apprentices will be eligible to write the Red Seal Inter-provincial Examination upon completion of all in-school technical training. The Red Seal endorsement will be awarded upon completion of 6420 work-based training hours and is recognized in all jurisdictions across Canada; additional information is at: red-seal.ca.

Employment Insurance (EI) Eligibility

Provincial program financial supports must be applied for online through the Apprentice Online Portal at http://www.apprenticeonline.gov.bc.ca/ . It is recommended that apprentices apply for these supports four weeks in advance of the start of their technical training and application must be made no later than the first day of technical training.

Program Admission Requirements

The following program admission requirements apply:

Active apprentice registration in the BC Apprenticeship system.

A valid Trade Worker Identification number from the Industry Training Authority (ITA-ID). If you do not have an ITA-ID, you will need to complete an apprenticeship registration form through the ITA (www.itabc.ca) prior to admission (Level 1 through to 4). To determine your eligibility please consult with the Industry Training Authority prior to applying for admission.

Note: International student Application for Admission requires approval of the Dean.

Program Requirements

Plumbing Level 1 (APLM 1010)

Use Safe Work Practices

Use Tools and Equipment

Organize Work

Prepare and Assemble Plumbing Components

Plumbing Level 2 (APLM 1020)

Use Tools and Equipment

Organize Work

Install Sanitary and Storm Drainage Systems

Install Fixtures and Appliances

Install Hydronic Heating and Cooling Systems

Install Specialty Systems

Plumbing Level 3 (APLM 1030)

Organize Work

Install Water Service and Distribution

Install Fixtures and Appliances

Install Specialized Systems

Install Natural Gas and Propane Systems

Plumbing Level 4 (APLM 1040)

Under development

Other Information

Special Equipment

Students will require appropriate safety wear in conformance with WorkSafeBC regulations. A list of required tools will be provided by Admissions prior to starting this program.

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